Carob AF-160 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8D705E, estimated LRV 18 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antiquities from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8D705E · AF-160
Carob
18%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Carob Technical Profile
HEX Code#8D705E
RGB141, 112, 94
Estimated LRV18.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#8C6E5B
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#8E725F
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Colors That Work With Carob
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carob
#8D705E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5A079
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carob
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carob Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Carob — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carob have?
Carob by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Carob from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carob are Antiquities by Behr (a close digital match), Nuthatch by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Twiggy Brown by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Carob's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Carob?
Carob has a estimated lightness value of 18.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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